Components Guide: Managing Testimonials

Introduction

In this tutorial, we will explore how to effectively manage testimonials using the Testimonials component in Remedy CMS. Testimonials are essential for building trust and credibility on your website, showcasing patient success stories, and enhancing user engagement. This guide will provide you with a clear step-by-step approach to utilizing this component to its fullest potential.

Step 1: Access the Testimonials Component

• Log in to your Remedy CMS dashboard.
• Navigate to the sections menu and locate the “Components” section.
• Find and select the “Testimonials” component. This will open the testimonials management interface.

Step 2: Adding a New Testimonial

• Click on the “Add New” button to create a new testimonial entry.
• Fill in the required fields:
  • Author Name: Enter the name of the person providing the testimonial.
  • Testimonial Text: Write a brief and impactful statement or story from the author.
  • Patient Image: Upload an image if applicable to personalize the testimonial.
• Optionally, you can include additional information like the author’s title or location if relevant.

Step 3: Editing an Existing Testimonial

• In the testimonials management interface, locate the testimonial you wish to edit.
• Click on the “Edit” button next to the desired testimonial.
• Make the necessary changes in the fields provided.
• Once you are satisfied with the changes, click “Save” to update the testimonial.

Step 4: Deleting a Testimonial

• To remove a testimonial, find the testimonial you want to delete in the management list.
• Click on the “Delete” button next to it.
• Confirm the deletion when prompted to ensure it is permanently removed from your site.

Step 5: Organizing Testimonials

• Use the sorting features available in the testimonials management interface:
  • You can sort testimonials by date, author name, or ratings if applicable.
• Consider categorizing testimonials based on themes, treatments, or other relevant criteria to improve navigation on your site.

Step 6: Displaying Testimonials on Your Website

• Once you have added and organized your testimonials, you need to display them on your website.
• Go to the page where you want to showcase the testimonials.
• Use the shortcode or widget provided by Remedy CMS to embed the testimonials.
• Preview the page to ensure the testimonials are displayed correctly.

Conclusion

Managing testimonials in Remedy CMS is a straightforward process that can significantly enhance the credibility of your website. By following these steps, you can easily add, edit, and organize testimonials to effectively showcase patient success stories. Next, consider regularly updating your testimonials to keep content fresh and engaging. For further improvements, explore integrating testimonials into your marketing strategies across social media and newsletters.